Novel Published1909
Uses comic adventure to explore religious belief and scepticism.
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Gilbert Keith Chesterton Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Gilbert Keith Chesterton, based on 8 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
8 records1909–19128 events1 places
Chronological biography
1909
The Ball and the Cross1909
Publishes the novel The Ball and the Cross.
1911
Epic Historical Poem1911
Retells King Alfred's struggle against Danish invasion in epic verse.
Father Brown Collection1911
Introduces twelve mysteries featuring the priestly amateur detective.
The Ballad of the White Horse1911
Publishes The Ballad of the White Horse.
The Innocence of Father Brown1911
Publishes the first collection of Father Brown detective stories.
1912
Manalive1912
Publishes the novel Manalive.
Philosophical Comic Novel1912
Explores wonder, convention and renewal through the eccentric Innocent Smith.
Titles and roles
Author · Poet
Record provenance
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